Welcome to the
Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Sisters Creek gorge,
a tributary to the St. Joe River.

From the shores of big lakes to the banks of winding rivers, the Idaho Panhandle National Forests create a tapestry of land and water in the handle of North Idaho. The Forest has been and continues to be the lifeline for local communities. Silver, gold and large timber drew settlers to the area. Remnant roads that once led to work now lead to play, and treasures sought are now recreational - water-based activities, winter uses and the traditional hiking, hunting, fishing and gathering....Read more

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2015 Forest Plan Completed

On January 5, 2015 Northern Rockies Regional Forester Faye Krueger signed the final Record of Decision (ROD) for the IPNF Forest Land Management Plan (forest plan.) Signing the final ROD is the last step in the forest planning process and allows the plan to be implmented after 30 days. The final Record of Decision, revised 2015 Forest Plan, and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) may be viewed and downloaded from the 2015 IPNF Forest Plan web page.

Last chance for Red Ives Cabin Reservations

The reservation lottery process for the 205 has closed but there are still a few days that will be availble for reservartion on a first come, first served basis. On April 8, 2015 at 9:00 am PST the remaining dates may be reserved by calling (208) 245-6013. The following dates are still available:

May 25-31
June 1-3, 7-9, 11-13, 23-25
July 1,2
August 23
September 8-10, 24